GIVING BACK

I recently joined Cactus Country Property Professionals.  The main reason I liked this brokerage was it’s owner, Maureen Karpinski.  She’s the genuine article.  She has been in the real estate business for many years and had worked for a large real estate company as well.  Maureen is totally dedicated to helping those in need, i.e., children in the government protective services sector. 

Maureen has dedicated her life to helping children in need.  Recently, I contacted an organization that puts together kids “aging out of the sytem” here in Phoenix into what they call a “Community Advisors” program.  I have gone through an extensive background check as well as a training session so that I too can make a difference in a young person’s life.  Most of these kids have been in foster care their entire life.  Whether shuffled from home to home or living in a group home, they do not possess the skills necessary to function outside of the system that has provided for them most of their lives.  At the age of 18, they are turned out into the world to fend for themselves.  Those who wish to continue their education are encouraged to do so, but must be in the Community Advisor program and prove that they are indeed going to school and/or working toward being an independent adult and self-suficient.  The children (young adults) that agree to become part of the Community Advisor program continue to be supported by the State until such time as they graduate or turn 21.  Maureen also donates up to $500 per closed transaction toward her Love House program.  Because it is not for profit, they accept tax deductible donations. 

I believe these kids are our future and we must take care of them so that they can take care of us.  If you are interested in this program and you live in the Metropolitan Phoenix area, feel free to contact me and I can give you the contact information.  There are so many kids that need our help.  Won’t you please open your heart?